What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Psychology position at McKendree University?
McKendree University, located in Lebanon, IL and home of the Bearcats, invites qualified applicants to join our team. McKendree University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to influence the future leaders of tomorrow.
The mission of McKendree University is to provide a high-quality educational experience to outstanding students. We guide our students in the pursuit of academic excellence, which will prepare them for leadership roles in our society. To achieve this end we encourage broader vision, enriched purpose, engagement with community, commitment to responsible citizenship, openness to new ideas and dedication to lifelong learning. In keeping with our history and traditions, we provide our students with a rigorous, broadly based liberal arts curriculum joined with specialization in a specific discipline.
Position Summary and Key Responsibilities
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
- Investment in ongoing scholarly research, which includes collaboration with students.
- Dedication to university service, which includes academic advising and the recruitment and retention students.
Other responsibilities of the position will include academic advising; serving on university committees; contributing to departmental work such as assessment; and supervising internships, research, and student organizations. Opportunities also exist for contributions to our first-year experience (UNI 101), online programs, and the Honors Program.
Qualifications
Required Application Materials
- A cover letter addressing your qualifications and vision for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Copies of Transcripts (official required upon hire).
- Proof of teaching license, if available.
- A statement of teaching philosophy, emphasizing experiential learning and industry trends.
- A statement of research interests and future plans.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Equal Opportunity Employer
McKendree University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000